1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 880 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 929 | Montero |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
